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Jeepney strike under way in Philippines as deadline to modernise nears - Philippines
Government tells operators they must join cooperatives by Tuesday and gradually replace their vehicles with greener options A three-day strike by drivers of jeepneys in the Philippines began on Monday as transport groups warned that thousands could be pushed off the roads by government modernisation plans. The jeepney is the backbone of the Philippines transport system. The customised, privately-owned buses, which look li.....»»
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Public transit is a broad term that includes above-ground trains, subways, buses, trams and even ferries......»»
MMDA buses flagged for using EDSA busway
Government vehicles have been flagged again for illegally using the EDSA bus lane......»»
Cebu bus terminals: 100,000 passengers expected on March 27
CEBU CITY, Philippines — At least 100,000 passengers are expected to flock to two of the biggest bus terminals here in Cebu for the Holy Week this year. As early as 7 a.m. on Holy Wednesday, dozens already queued for buses at the Cebu North Bus Terminal (CNBT) in the North Reclamation Area. READ MORE:.....»»
Davao Metro Shuttle declines offer to manage bus system
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 24 March) — The Davao Metro Shuttle Corporation has declined the offer of the City Government of Davao to operate the Davao City Public Transport Modernization Project (DCPTMP), a public mass transportation project that will replace the jeepneys with buses, an executive of the bus company said. In an interview at […].....»»
Death toll in Davao de Oro landslide climbs to 27 after burying mining workers
More casualties are being tallied by government officials following a deadly landslide that occused in Maco, Davao de Oro that buried two buses carrying workers of Apex Mining Co., Inc......»»
53% drop in Davao City’s road accidents: DCPO-TEU
The Davao City Police Office-Traffic Enforcement Unit (DCPO-TEU) has reported a significant 53% decrease in road accidents during the first 16 days of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Deputy Chief Pcpt. Raymundo B. Bacera Jr. revealed these statistics during the ISpeak media forum, citing 213 recorded incidents in 2023, compared to only 102 in 2024. He noted a reduction in the number of vehicles involved, from 120 to 51. Human error was identified as the primary cause of accidents, accounting for 97% of cases, while vehicle defects and road defects contributed to 2% and 1% of incidents, respectively. Private vehicles were involved in 40% of the accidents, with common human errors including texting/calling while driving, overtaking, and speeding. The peak hours for accidents were identified as between 2 pm to 4 pm. Despite the implementation of the New Speed Limit Ordinance, which came into effect on January 11, 2024, Dionisio Abude, head of the City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO), emphasized that the ordinance cannot guarantee the absence of road incidents, highlighting the critical role of driver behavior and driving habits. Since the ordinance's enforcement, CTTMO and DCPO-TEU have issued citations to 730 violators, with private vehicles constituting 49% of the total, followed by motorcycles, taxis, trucks, public utility jeepneys, buses, and public utility vans......»»
Ramadan to start March 12 as Muslims report no sighting of new moon
Viewing the moon to determine the start of Ramadan is ‘part of the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad,’ says Islamic Studies professor Alzad Sattar at a moonsighting event in Manila.....»»
Filipinas start Pinatar Cup campaign vs. Finland
CEBU CITY, Philippines— The Philippine Women’s National Football Team (PWNFT) Filipinas will start their Pinatar Cup campaign in San Pedro Del Pinatar, Spain, on February 21 (February 22 Manila Time). The Filipinas will face Finland on February 21 at 3:00 p.m. for their first match. To recall, the Filipinas finished fourth in this international women’s.....»»
Quintanilla, Ng seek strong start as Philippine Ladies Open unfolds
The Philippine Ladies Open unwraps Tuesday, February 20, at the Manila Golf Club in Makati City, promising a rousing start from a curious mix of 59 players, including seasoned internationalists and emerging junior golf talents......»»
NLEX to start C5 connector
The concessionaire behind the North Luzon Expressway will start linking the toll road to C-5 Road by the second quarter of the year to expand access to all corners of Metro Manila......»»
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Manila Harbour Center rebrands to Manila Multipurpose Terminal
The Manila Harbour Center is changing its name to the Manila Multipurpose Terminal as part of its facelift and rebranding to widen its local and global network......»»
MIFF in Hollywood gets full support
The Metro Manila Council, the official organization of Metro Manila mayors, the Department of the Interior and Local Government and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority have given their full support to the promotional activity of the Manila International Film Festival held in Hollywood......»»
Manila Southwoods roars back, claims 9th Interclub crown
Manila Southwoods battled back from a five-point deficit with a strong start then concluded with a stronger finish for 111 points, fashioning out an imposing 13-point triumph over Eastridge in the PAL Interclub Men’s regular tournament......»»
Darbin s game-winner lifts CEU past MCU in UCAL opener
Centro Escolar University dodged an upset by newcomer Manila Central University, 74-71, at the start of the Universities and Colleges Athletic League-PG Flex Linoleum Season 6 Saturday, January 20, at the Paco Arena in Manila......»»
Iowa and UConn Emphasize Team Game Ahead of Final Four – The Daily Guardia
Two of the top players in women’s college basketball, Paige Bueckers and Caitlin Clark, are set to go head-to-head in the Final Four when UConn.....»»
Asian Age Group Championships organizers draw praises from World Aquatics
Organizers of the recent 11th Asian Age Group Aquatics Championships at the New Clark City Aquatics Center in Capas, Tarlac drew praises for a job well done......»»
Blu Boys rule Pangaea Cup
The Philippines came through with a sweet sweep in a successful title defense in the men’s super division of the Pangaea Cup International Slo Pitch tournament recently at the Villages in Clark Field, Pampanga......»»
Rising athlete Yee eyes upcoming Ironman 70.3 Lapu-Lapu
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano rising athlete Franklin Ferdie Yee will test his mettle in the upcoming IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu on April 21. Yee, a rising triathlete who represents both the Asian Orthopedics multisports team and the University of San Carlos (USC) track and field team, recently clinched a record-setting win in the 2024 Clark.....»»